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TeamViewer alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave TeamViewer: free users can be flagged for suspected commercial use, and business plans are annual only and add up quickly with add-ons. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces TeamViewer, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. AnyDesk currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1AnyDesk logoAnyDeskFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 566.5
2RustDesk logoRustDeskOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +34 of 462.6
3Splashtop logoSplashtopFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 459.6
4Chrome Remote Desktop logoChrome Remote DesktopFreeNoWeb, Windows, macOS +33 of 357.2
5Zoho Assist logoZoho AssistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 455.3
  1. AnyDesk logo

    1. AnyDeskTop pick

    Best for: Freelancers and small IT teams wanting a quick, light client at a lower price than TeamViewer

    Free plan + paidSelf-hostableWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

    Pros

    • Small client that starts quickly and stays responsive on weak links
    • Free tier for personal use
    • Supports very old Windows versions
    • On-premises option on the top tier

    Cons

    • Free sessions time out and need restarting
    • Many useful management features sit in higher tiers
    • Widely abused by tech-support scammers, so some firms block it
    Visit AnyDesk Compare with TeamViewerDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is AnyDesk a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Licence tiers
    Solo, Standard, Advanced, Ultimate
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    On-premises
    Yes, with the Ultimate licence
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Oldest Windows supported
    Windows XP SP2
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    macOS support
    macOS 11 Big Sur and later
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free version limits
    Session timeouts
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. RustDesk logo

    2. RustDesk

    Best for: Admins and privacy-minded users who want TeamViewer-style access on their own server

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    Open-source and self-hostable, so connections go through your own relay instead of a vendor's cloud.

    Pros

    • Free, open-source client and server
    • Traffic can stay entirely on your own relay
    • Familiar ID-and-password workflow
    • Affordable Pro server for teams

    Cons

    • Self-hosting the server takes some setup and upkeep
    • Admin console and user management need the paid Pro server
    • No vendor-hosted SaaS option
    Visit RustDesk Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is RustDesk a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free self-hosting
    $0/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rustdesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Individual Pro server
    $11.88/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rustdesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Hosted service
    No, self-hosted only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rustdesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Splashtop logo

    3. Splashtop

    Best for: Individuals and IT teams who want unattended access at a lower annual price than TeamViewer

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    Usually much cheaper per user for the same unattended access and support features.

    Pros

    • Low entry price for individuals
    • Separate products for access, support and education
    • Good performance for video and creative work

    Cons

    • Free edition only works on your local network
    • Billed annually on most plans
    • Product line-up is confusing to compare
    Visit Splashtop Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Splashtop a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Solo plan
    $6/month, billed annually at $72
    Checked Oct 25, 2026splashtop.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    $8.25 per user/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026splashtop.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free edition
    Splashtop Personal, home network only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026splashtop.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Client platforms
    Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux, iOS, Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026splashtop.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Chrome Remote Desktop logo

    4. Chrome Remote Desktop

    Best for: Home users who want free, simple access to their own computers

    FreeWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    Completely free with a Google account and no commercial-use checks.

    Pros

    • Free with no commercial-use restrictions
    • Works from any modern browser
    • One-time codes make quick help sessions easy

    Cons

    • Few admin, logging or team features
    • Basic file transfer and multi-monitor support
    • Requires a Google account on both ends
    Visit Chrome Remote Desktop Compare with TeamViewerDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Chrome Remote Desktop a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Host platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Support codes
    Single-use access codes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Unattended access
    PIN-protected
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Zoho Assist logo

    5. Zoho Assist

    Best for: Help desks wanting inexpensive cloud remote support, especially those already using Zoho

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    Lower-priced remote support with a lasting free plan, handy for small IT teams.

    Pros

    • Permanent free edition
    • Low per-technician pricing
    • Supports customers on desktop and mobile platforms
    • Ties into Zoho Desk and other help desks

    Cons

    • Attended and unattended plans are sold separately
    • Interface feels utilitarian
    • Free edition is limited to basic sessions
    Visit Zoho Assist Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Zoho Assist a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    15 days, no credit card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, lifetime free version
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Supported devices
    Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Chromebook
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Remote Support sessions
    Unlimited ad-hoc sessions per technician
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best TeamViewer alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

AnyDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for most people

AnyDesk

The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

RustDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for a free option

RustDesk

Open-source and self-hostable, so connections go through your own relay instead of a vendor's cloud.

Splashtop logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Splashtop

Usually much cheaper per user for the same unattended access and support features.

RustDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for open source

RustDesk

Open-source and self-hostable, so connections go through your own relay instead of a vendor's cloud.

ConnectWise ScreenConnect logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for self-hosting

ConnectWise ScreenConnect

Popular with managed service providers and available as an on-premises install.

Chrome Remote Desktop logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for Mac

Chrome Remote Desktop

Completely free with a Google account and no commercial-use checks.

Zoho Assist logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for Windows

Zoho Assist

Lower-priced remote support with a lasting free plan, handy for small IT teams.

AnyDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for Linux

AnyDesk

The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

AnyDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for iPhone and Android

AnyDesk

The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

Chrome Remote Desktop logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for working in the browser

Chrome Remote Desktop

Completely free with a Google account and no commercial-use checks.

TeamViewer alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to TeamViewer?

AnyDesk ranks first right now. The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier. RustDesk and Splashtop follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to TeamViewer?

Yes. AnyDesk (free plan + paid), RustDesk (open source), Splashtop (free plan + paid) and Chrome Remote Desktop (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to TeamViewer?

Yes: RustDesk. RustDesk can also be self-hosted.

Which TeamViewer alternatives work on Linux?

AnyDesk, RustDesk, Splashtop, Chrome Remote Desktop and Zoho Assist run on Linux.

Why do people switch from TeamViewer?

The complaints we hear most: free users can be flagged for suspected commercial use; business plans are annual only and add up quickly with add-ons; interface has become crowded as the product widened.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces TeamViewer, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.